Two girlfriends recently moved to Bed-Stuy, which means I now have people to tap for post-work drinks, an activity I rarely partake in working from home. Bar LunÀtico is one of the newest additions to the neighborhood, a dark space decked out with café-style tables and a bar that stretches the near-entirety of the room (above which hangs the famous Liquid Love sign).

The bar/music venue was opened by three musicians and offers live music nearly every night in a variety of styles. The food menu is small, featuring a selection of cheeses, charcuterie, snacks, and house-made focaccia. But give me a mixed cheese/charcuterie plate and a glass of wine and I am a happy lady. Have I just found my local neighborhood bar? It's quite possible.